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Cam Newton Reportedly Departs ESPN As Part Of Network’s Layoffs

"Newton is just the latest regular contributor on First Take to depart the network."

Andy Schuon Named CEO of Academy of Country Music

"ACM needs a forward-thinking leader to match that momentum."

ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro Notes “Difficult Decisions” as Network Begins Layoffs

"We had to make some difficult decisions about job impacts that we will be communicating today."

NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero Reportedly Departs As Part Of ESPN Layoffs

"Pelissero joined NFL Network in July 2017. Before that, he covered the NFL for USA Today starting in 2013, part of a team that won an Associated Press Sports Editors Top 10 award."

NBC Sports Local MLB Analyst Approach Could Be a Game Changer for All Networks

"If this concept proves successful in year one of NBC Sports’ return to Major League Baseball coverage, it could create one of the most significant ripple effects in sports broadcasting."

NBC Sports MLB Opening Day Doubleheader Delivers Record Audience

"The March 26 doubleheader averaged 2.7 million viewers across NBC and Peacock."

Why Netflix’s MLB Debut Should Have The NFL’s Attention

"This wasn’t about pleasing purists. It wasn’t about winning the next morning’s sports media debate. It was about signaling to leagues — especially the NFL — that Netflix is ready to compete on the biggest stage there is."

Why Sports Radio Should Lead the Fight for Nielsen Ratings Reform

"Radio has that same opportunity right in front of it. It may not come from immediate competition, but from the willingness to say no more. There has never been a stronger argument for change than using the Big Data + Panel model as a catalyst for a better future—especially when it comes from the industry’s lone measurement provider."

Michael Kay Opens Up on ESPN New York Changes, MLB’s Fragmented Future and Yankees Opening Day on Netflix

"They [Good Karma Brands] made it so easy for me. They’ve been so great and supportive. Once I started doing it, I love it. It changed my life."

Jason Benetti Explains Decision To Leave FOX Sports for NBC Sports MLB Play by Play Role

"To have all those different personality types representative over the course of the season in the booth, I think, is phenomenally interesting."

MLB’s Regional Sports Network Failures Offers Radio a Massive Opportunity

"As Opening Night approaches and uncertainty among many local fans remains about how and where to watch, radio shouldn’t hesitate—it should lean in loudly, proudly, and consistently."

NBC Sports Names Local Analyst Roster for Opening Day Double Header

"The Opening Day presentation, which NBC Sports is branding as a marquee showcase event, will air across both NBC and Peacock beginning at 1 p.m. ET."

NFL Reportedly Begins Media Rights Negotiations With Paramount Skydance

"The current agreement averages about $2.1 billion per year for the Sunday afternoon slate of games, meaning a revised deal could push CBS’s annual commitment past $3 billion."

The NFL Owning Thanksgiving Eve Isn’t Greedy, It’s Smart Business

"Roger Goodell isn’t apologizing for wanting more — more games, more viewers, more revenue, more reach. Because as long as fans keep showing up, turning on the television, clicking the stream, and arguing about every call online, the NFL has no reason to slow down."

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Andy Schuon Named CEO of Academy of Country Music

"ACM needs a forward-thinking leader to match that momentum."

ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro Notes “Difficult Decisions” as Network Begins Layoffs

"We had to make some difficult decisions about job impacts that we will be communicating today."

NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero Reportedly Departs As Part Of ESPN Layoffs

"Pelissero joined NFL Network in July 2017. Before that, he covered the NFL for USA Today starting in 2013, part of a team that won an Associated Press Sports Editors Top 10 award."

Bill Handel: We’ve Lost 65% of Our AM Radio Audience on KFI in Past Decade

"And if you look at revenue, revenue has just collapsed."